Yoon Addresses Security Threats Posed by North Korean Troops in Russia.

Seoul: President Yoon Suk Yeol has raised concerns over North Korea's recent deployment of troops in Russia, labeling it a security threat to South Korea and the global community. During a Cabinet meeting, Yoon criticized what he described as "illegal" military collaboration between Pyongyang and Moscow. According to Yonhap News Agency, Yoon highlighted that North Korea's military presence in western Russia is an indication of potential battlefield engagement against Ukrainian forces. He emphasized that this development poses a significant threat to international security and could jeopardize South Korea's national security. Yoon noted that the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, now in its third year, has escalated with North Korea not only providing weapons but also deploying troops to Russia. He called for a comprehensive assessment of all potential risks and urged for the implementation of countermeasures. Yoon stressed the importance of increased vigilance and effective risk management. In addition, Yoon adv ised the government to proactively address external uncertainties, especially in light of the upcoming U.S. presidential election and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East following recent Israeli attacks on Iran. He underlined the necessity of timely responses to prevent negative impacts on the economy, particularly concerning supply chains, oil prices, and exchange rates.